Tag: Exercise Komodo

The third iteration of Multilateral Naval Exercise KOMODO (MNEK) has drawn to a close off the coast of Lombok, Indonesia. The shore phase of the exercise saw participant nations conduct a city parade, cultural and sporting events, and engagement activities. On completion, warships joined for two days of practical exercises at sea. HMAS Anzac sailed in formation with 33 other warships, bound for the designated exercise area before a sail past on the final day marked the close of MNEK 2018. For 2018, the overarching theme of the exercise was…

HMAS Anzac has joined participants from 36 other nations off the coast of Lombok, Indonesia while in the region as part of their South East Asia deployment. Anzac was one of 49 warships at anchor for a Fleet Inspection to mark the opening of Multilateral Naval Exercise KOMODO 2018. At the Fleet Inspection, ship’s company lined the decks in ceremonial uniform and ‘cheered ship’ as the ‘Admiral’s Ship’ sailed past. The crew of Anzac’s embarked MH-60R Seahawk conducted a flyover with ten other helicopters and various fixed-wing aircraft to conclude…

The U.S. Navy is scheduled to join more than 30 nations, May 4-9, for the Multinational Exercise Komodo on and in the waters near Lombok Island, Indonesia. The exercise is slated to bring together navies from across the world to rehearse scenarios focused on collaborative solutions, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and maritime domain awareness. “Komodo joins navies from around the world in a spirit of cooperation and friendship,” said Rear Adm. Don Gabrielson, commander, Task Force 73. “Today’s security challenges transcend borders and require collaborative security efforts. Komodo fosters…